I review some of my favorite children’s books as Dr. Toughlove, one of the protagonists in my first book, Jamal and Me. My column appears monthly in The Bay Times/Record-Observer, a local newspaper located in Queen Anne’s County, MD.
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Enemy Pie written by Derek Munson, illustrated by Tara Calahan King
Dr. Toughlove’s May 2026 selection is Enemy Pie by Derek Munson. This book was written in 2000, and has withstood the test of time! Enjoy!…
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If You Give A Mouse A Cookie written by Laura Joffe Numeroff
Dr. Toughlove decided to put a spotlight on an “oldie but goodie” that has been enjoyed by kids and adults alike since 1985. Enjoy! Pop…
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She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World by Chelsea Clinton
Looking for a book to inspire you during Women’s History Month? Dr. Toughlove highly recommends She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World written…
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Game, Set, Match, Champion Arthur Ashe by Crystal Hubbard
Happy Black History Month! Celebrate by reading a review of Game, Set, Match, Champion Arthur Ashe by Crystal Hubbard. Enjoy! Pop quiz – What is…
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The Crayon Man: The True Story of the Invention of Crayola Crayons, written by Natascha Biebow, illustrated by Steven Salerno
Happy 2026! Dr. Toughlove recommends that you start the new year by reading a review of a colorful book – The Crayon Man: The True…
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How to Catch a Santa written by Jean Reagan, illustrated by Lee Wildish
You won’t want to miss this review of a hilarious, entertaining holiday book! How to Catch a Santa is one of many of the highly…